How Much Tax Do You Pay on an Hourly Wage in the UK?
Calculating tax on your hourly wage in the UK for 2025 involves income tax and National Insurance (NI). Here’s a quick example using a £15/hour wage, 37.5 hours/week:
- Annual Gross: £15 × 37.5 × 52 = £29,250
- Income Tax: £12,570 tax-free, then 20% on £16,680 = £3,336
- NI: 8% on £16,680 (above £12,570) = £1,334.40
- Take-Home: £29,250 - £3,336 - £1,334.40 = £24,579.60/year (£12.62/hour)
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